Approximately every four years, Bitcoin's block reward for miners halves. This programmed scarcity, mimicking precious metal extraction, is a core economic feature. Past halvings have influenced market cycles, reinforcing Bitcoin's "digital gold" narrative and long-term value proposition within the Web3 asset universe.
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Staking locks coins to secure PoS networks (e.g., Ethereum, Cardano) in exchange for rewards. Pros: Earn 3-20% APY. Supports decentralization. Cons: Lock-up periods. Slashing risks (penalties for downtime).
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SBTs are non-transferable NFTs representing traits or achievements (resumés, event tickets). Proposed by Vitalik Buterin for decentralized identity. Use cases: Credit scores without central bureaus. DAO membership roles. Proof-of-attendance. Early projects: Gitcoin Passport, Binance BAB.
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